Subject: Team Shell Newsletter - September 22, 2016
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Dear Team Shell Cyclist,
It's hard to believe that we are almost to October already!  We can begin to look forward for some cooler training rides.  We have lots going on in the cycle community over the next couple of months.

1.       2017 MS 150<http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR/Bike/TXHBikeEvents?pg=entry&fr_id=28263> registration will open on Monday, September 26th.  Early registration fee is only $75 till the end of the month

2.       Team Shell registration survey will go out by October 1st.  To assist with team logistic costs our team fee will remain at $60 till the end of the year.

3.       Registration for the Ready2Roll Training Series will also begin in October.  Look for more details in upcoming newsletters.  The training series will get kicked off in January and will meet weekly on Saturday mornings till the 2017 MS 150 weekend.

4.       Bike Around the Bay<http://gbf.convio.net/site/TR/Events/General?fr_id=1130&pg=entry> is the weekend of October 15-16th.  We are now up to 66 riders on Team Shell for this ride.  You can still register for both or either day of the ride.  This is a wonderful ride and Shell is the title sponsor.  We raise funds for the Galveston Bay Foundation to help keep our waterways clean and vibrant.  This event is really taking off and earning the respect of avid cyclists as the "must-do" fall ride.

Upcoming Community Rides:

Oct 1, 2016

Tour de Cure<http://main.diabetes.org/site/TR/TourdeCure/TourAdmin?fr_id=11043&pg=entry>

Waller, TX

The Houston Tour de Cure is one of the top ten events in the nation and largest in Texas. Whether you're a novice or an avid cyclist, we have the distance that's right for you. Each route offers SAG, mechanical support, and full service rest stops to keep your body fueled. Afterwards, join us at the Rider Village for live music, massages, family friendly activities and much more! Distances: 10, 35, 55, 75 and 100 Mile routes

713-977-7706 Ext. 6081

Oct 1, 2016

Pineywoods Purgatory - 25th Anniversary Ride<http://www.pineywoodspurgatory.com/>

Lufkin, TX

Come Stay and Play in Lufkin October 1, 2016 25th Annual Pineywoods Purgatory Bike Ride on Saturday morning followed by the Downtown Bistro that Saturday evening. Ride distances 25 mi, 52 mi, 72 mi, 102 miles

936-637-3976

Oct 2, 2016

Huntsville Classic pres. by Bike Barn<https://www.facebook.com/notes/huntsville-classic/2016-huntsville-classic-official-race-details/1747939648799232>

Huntsville State Park

Bike Barn presents the Huntsville Classic on Sunday, Oct. 2nd. This race is part of the Texas Cup XC Mountain Bike Series and boasts an updated 8.4 mile single-track course in beautiful Huntsville State Park. Race distances will range from 1-3 loops based on race category. Kids kick it off on Saturday, Oct. 1st with the Bike Texas Kids Kup and First Time Racer Clinic. Registration is open now through Wednesday, Sept. 28th.

713-869-7100 ext. 26

Oct 2, 2016

Katy Triathlon at Firethorne<http://www.katytriathlon.com/>

Firethorne, Katy, TX

The Katy Triathlon at Firethorne will be held on Sunday, Oct. 2nd. This event supports the Katy ISD through the Rotary Club of Katy offering support to students and the school district. This sprint triathlon includes a 500 meter lake swim, 12 mile bike and 3 mile run. Divisions include individuals, teams, collegiate, Clydesdale, Athena, plus 2 & 3 person relays. Join the fun...these sprint triathlons are a blast!

Oct 8, 2016

The Heroes Ride<http://www.active.com/conroe-tx/cycling/races/the-heroes-ride-2016>

Conroe, TX

a scenic bike ride through the hills of east Texas and parts of the Big Thicket National Forest. Different route lengths to fit all levels of expertise. Rest stops located every 10 miles (approx) along the route and stocked with cold water, sports drinks and homemade goodies along with the typical road food. 25, 50 and 76 mile routes.

Oct 9, 2016

Oktoberfest Triathlon<http://itrievents.com/itrievents/oktoberfest-triathlon/>

Cross Creek Ranch, Fulshear, TX

The 6th Annual Oktoberfest Triathlon at Cross Creek Ranch will take place on Sunday, Oct. 9th. This is an amazing event with lots of options: Sprint Distance, Olympic Distance and new this year, a Duathlon. Race as an individual or pull a team together. Enjoy a great lake swim followed by a beautiful scenic flat ride and a great run through the property. Cross Creek is absolutely gorgeous and perfect for this event!

713-254-6870

Oct 15, 2016

Bike Around the Bay<http://gbf.convio.net/site/TR/Events/General?pg=entry&fr_id=1130>

Baytown, TX

Join us October 15 and 16 for the tenth annual Bike Around the Bay, a two-day 170-mile fully supported ride around Galveston Bay. This unique cycling event takes riders in a complete loop around the largest estuary in Texas (and one of the biggest in North America)! All proceeds from this signature fundraising ride directly benefit the Galveston Bay Foundation and its mission to preserve and protect the Bay.

281-332-3381

Oct 16, 2016

2016 LIVESTRONG Challenge Austin<https://www.teamlivestrong.org/events/2016-livestrong-challenge-austin/>

Austin, TX

Join us in celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the LIVESTRONG Challenge Austin. We are offering 20/45/65/100 mile ride distances as well as a 5K run/walk. The event is the only ride in Austin to start and finish downtown. All proceeds benefit the LIVESTRONG Cancer Institutes at the Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin.

Oct 22, 2016

Kiwanis Sealy Fall Classic<http://www.active.com/sealy-tx/cycling/races/kiwanis-sealy-fall-classic-2016?int>

Sealy, TX

Come and join us for a challenging fall ride on country roads through the hills of Sealy, TX. We will raise money for The Eliminate Project. This project is a joint effort of Kiwanis and UNICEF, and aims to eliminate Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus around the globe. 22, 33, 45 and 60 mile routes.

Oct 22, 2016

Moonlight Ramble<https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!event/2016/10/22/test>

Houston, TX

The BikeHouston Moonlight Ramble is a nighttime bicycle ride now in its 44th year! It is a unique, colorful, Fall fundraising ride for safe streets in Houston. As part of the tradition, BikeHouston will be hosting a costume and bike lights contest on the night of the BikeHouston Moonlight Ramble. Make sure to dress up and jazz up your bike to win great prizes!

Lymphoma Society's Team in Training
Would you like to try something completing different and inspiring while raising funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Team in Training?
To learn more about our upcoming events is: http://www.teamintraining.org/events/

Be Well!

Mark Poindexter

Shell Health, U.S. Wellness Manager

Tel: +1 832 337-2149
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Internet: http://www.shell.com